Serving 268 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Woodward Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Missouri for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 6-9% (which is lower than the Missouri state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 6-9% (which is lower than the Missouri state average of 43%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than the Missouri state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 91% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Missouri state average of 32% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 268 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 91%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MO
- Math Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤20% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Woodward Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Missouri for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Woodward Elementary School's student population of 268 students has declined by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 19 teachers has declined by 13% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
268 students

Gender %

Total Classroom Teachers
19 teachers

Students by Grade

School Rankings
Woodward Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,084 schools in Missouri (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Woodward Elementary School is 0.60, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.51. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#2033 out of 2084 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)

Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
6-9%
39%

Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
6-9%
43%

Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤20%
38%

Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
12:1

American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
7%
2%

Hispanic
24%
8%

Black
58%
15%

White
9%
68%

Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
2%
6%

All Ethnic Groups



Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
42%

Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
4%
7%

School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Woodward Elementary School's ranking?
Woodward Elementary School is ranked #2033 out of 2,084 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Missouri.
What schools are Woodward Elementary School often compared to?
Woodward Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Lyon At Blow Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
6-9% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% MO state average), while 6-9% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 43% MO state average).
How many students attend Woodward Elementary School?
268 students attend Woodward Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
58% of Woodward Elementary School students are Black, 24% of students are Hispanic, 9% of students are White, 7% of students are Asian, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Woodward Elementary School?
Woodward Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Missouri state average of 12:1.
What grades does Woodward Elementary School offer ?
Woodward Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Woodward Elementary School part of?
Woodward Elementary School is part of St. Louis City School District.
In what neighborhood is Woodward Elementary School located?
Woodward Elementary School is located in the Carondelet neighborhood of Saint Louis, MO. There are 1 other public schools located in Carondelet.
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